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Covidien LLC recalls Kerlix" X-Ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponges, Tray Pack, 8" x 32" (20.3 cm x 81.3 cm) Item Number: 4037
Recalled June 8, 2016 · FDA recall Z-1851-2016 · Covidien
Hazard
Compromised sterility due to breach of barrier · FDA Class II
Units
28085
Sold at
Distributed US (nationwide) and the countries of Canada, Austria, Belgium, Columbia, Croatia, France, Germany, Guadeloupe, Ireland, Italy, La Reunion, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom.
Description
Compromised sterility due to breach of barrier
Product
Kerlix" X-Ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponges, Tray Pack, 8" x 32" (20.3 cm x 81.3 cm) Item Number: 4037
Manufacturer(s)
Covidien LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →